Using Blog Components
This post demonstrates how to use the custom MDX components to create rich, interactive blog posts.
Introduction
The blog platform includes a variety of custom components that make it easy to create engaging content. Let's explore how to use them.
Component Documentation
For full documentation of all available components, visit the component docs page.
Code Examples
Here's a simple React component:
import React from "react";
interface ButtonProps {
  label: string;
  onClick: () => void;
  variant?: "primary" | "secondary";
}
export function Button({ label, onClick, variant = "primary" }: ButtonProps) {
  const baseClasses = "px-4 py-2 rounded-md font-medium";
  const variantClasses = {
    primary: "bg-blue-600 text-white hover:bg-blue-700",
    secondary: "bg-gray-200 text-gray-800 hover:bg-gray-300",
  };
  return (
    <button
      className={`${baseClasses} ${variantClasses[variant]}`}
      onClick={onClick}
    >
      {label}
    </button>
  );
}
Project Structure
This is how a typical Next.js project might be structured:
Keyboard Shortcuts
Here are some useful keyboard shortcuts for VS Code:
Color System
Our design system uses the following color palette:
Interactive Elements
Tabs
Accordion
Project Timeline
Here's how the blog platform evolved over time:
June 2023
Initial Project Setup
Set up Next.js with MDX support and created basic blog structure.
July 2023
Core Components
Developed fundamental components like CodeBlock, Blockquote, and CaptionedImage.
August 2023
Interactive Components
Added Tabs, Accordion, and other interactive elements to enhance engagement.
September 2023
Specialized Components
Created FileTree, KeyboardShortcut, and other specialized components for technical content.
October 2023
Documentation
Wrote comprehensive documentation and created component demos.
Quotes and Callouts
Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.
Attention
Remember to update your dependencies regularly to ensure you have the latest security patches.
Pro Tip
Use the TableOfContents component at the beginning of long articles to help readers navigate.
Common Mistake
Don't forget to add alt text to your images for better accessibility.
Conclusion
These components make it easy to create rich, interactive blog posts without having to write complex HTML or CSS. For more information on how to use these components, check out the component documentation.
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